Affordable & Low-Income Housing in Abbeville, LA 70511
No income-restricted buildings are listed in 70511 — here are the closest ones.
No income-restricted buildings are listed in Abbeville, LA 70511. 14 income-restricted buildings are listed nearby (within about 10 miles). These lists don't show openings — call to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
Closest to 70511
LA34-1
804 Oaklawn Dr, Abbeville, LA 70510
0.7 mi away
156 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the City of Abbeville
- Residents waited about 63 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Live Oak Manor Apts
1610 E. Martin Luther King Dr., Abbeville, LA 70510
1 mi away
188 units · 119 income-restricted · 2–4+ BR
Oakleigh Apartments
2405 Richard St, Abbeville, LA 70510
1.6 mi away
32 units · 1–2 BR · People with disabilities
Willowind Apts
801 Wildcat Dr, Abbeville, LA 70510
1.7 mi away
47 units · 1–2 BR
- 4 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Havens of Abbeville
2800 Rodeo Road, Abbeville, LA 70510
2.1 mi away
72 units · 50 income-restricted · 1 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
The Meadows
501 N Kibbe St, Erath, LA 70533
5.9 mi away
47 units · 1–3 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
North Abbeville Subdivision II
100 Cane Lane # a, Abbeville, LA 70510
6.4 mi away
57 units · 3 BR · People with disabilities · People experiencing homelessness
- Several buildings — call for addresses
LA47-4
Erath, LA 70533
8 mi away
58 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Erath
- Residents waited about 28 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
Acadian Village
9613 Maurice Avenue, Maurice, LA 70555
8.8 mi away
72 units · 50 income-restricted · 2–3 BR
Somerset Apts
408 Iberia Street, Youngsville, LA 70592
12.1 mi away
47 units · 1–2 BR
- 3 vacant units reported (Oct 2026) — call to confirm
Unnamed
125 Romero St, Youngsville, LA 70592
12.4 mi away
20 units · 1–3 BR
- Apply through Housing Authority of the Town of Youngsville
- Residents waited about 5 months to move in (HUD, Oct 2026)
No nearby buildings match this filter.
Rents and income limits in 70511
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $899/mo
- Income needed to pay it at 30% of income
- $36,000/yr
Income limits (2026)
Vermilion Parish, LA area · median family income $76,400. Your household's yearly income before taxes must be at or below the limit.
| People | Extremely low 30% | Very low 50% | Low 80% |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $16,050 | $26,750 | $42,800 |
| 2 | $21,640 | $30,600 | $48,900 |
| 3 | $27,320 | $34,400 | $55,000 |
| 4 | $33,000 | $38,200 | $61,100 |
| 5 | $38,680 | $41,300 | $66,000 |
| 6 | $44,350 | $44,350 | $70,900 |
| 7 | $47,400 | $47,400 | $75,800 |
| 8 | $50,450 | $50,450 | $80,700 |
Section 8 vouchers: up to the 50% limit, and most go to households under 30%. Public housing: up to 80%. Tax-credit apartments: usually up to 60% of median income, between the 50% and 80% columns.
Fair market rents (2027)
HUD's estimate of rent plus utilities for a modest home. Housing authorities set Section 8 voucher limits from it.
| Size | Vermilion Parish, LA |
|---|---|
| Studio | $657 |
| 1 bedroom | $826 |
| 2 bedrooms | $899 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,182 |
Two-bedroom fair market rents in 6 nearby ZIPs range from $900 (70575) to $1,350 (70555).
Sources: HUD income limits FY2026; HUD Fair Market Rents FY2027. Each program and building can set its own limits — confirm with the property.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share
Project-based Section 8 is on the buildings above. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority, then find a landlord who takes it. Your share of rent is based on income — not always 30%. The calculator uses 70511's fair market rent.
Estimate your Section 8 rent share for 70511Frequently Asked Questions
Is there Section 8 housing in Abbeville, LA 70511?
Yes — this directory lists income-restricted buildings in Abbeville, LA 70511, including project-based Section 8 apartments (the subsidy stays with the unit), public housing, tax-credit, and USDA rural rentals. Housing Choice Vouchers are different: you apply with the local housing authority and can use them at a private landlord. Estimate your voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
Do affordable housing buildings in Abbeville, LA 70511 have openings?
These lists for Abbeville, LA 70511 don't show openings. Call the property (or the housing authority, for public housing) to ask about vacancies and waiting lists.
How do I apply for affordable housing in Abbeville, LA 70511?
Use the phone number on each building card in Abbeville, LA 70511. Public housing is run by the local housing authority — apply with them, not at the building. USDA rural rentals can also be found through USDA's property search.
What counts as affordable housing in Abbeville, LA 70511?
In Abbeville, LA 70511, this directory lists income-restricted rentals from HUD tax-credit (LIHTC) records, public housing, HUD-assisted buildings (including project-based Section 8, 202, and 811), and USDA Rural Development.
How many affordable housing buildings are in ZIP 70511?
No income-restricted buildings are listed in ZIP 70511 right now. 14 nearby buildings are shown on this page. Call to confirm openings.
Is there affordable housing near 70511?
Yes — this page also lists 14 income-restricted buildings in ZIP codes near Abbeville, LA 70511 (within about 10 miles). Pick a nearby ZIP to see every building there.
People Also Ask
How do I qualify for affordable housing in Abbeville, LA 70511?
Most income-restricted buildings in Abbeville, LA 70511 serve households at or below 50% or 80% of area median income. HUD's 2026 very low-income (50%) limit for a 1-person household is $26,750, and $38,200 for a 4-person household. Public housing can go up to 80% ($42,800 for 1 person). Each building sets its own cap — call to confirm before you apply. Citizenship, household size, and local preferences can also apply.
What is the income limit for low-income housing in Abbeville, LA 70511?
For many programs in Abbeville, LA 70511, the 2026 HUD very low-income (50%) limit is $26,750 a year for 1 person and $38,200 for 4 people. The low-income (80%) limit is $42,800 for 1 person. Tax-credit buildings often use 60% of median income. Confirm with the property — they can be stricter.
How long is the waiting list for Section 8 in Abbeville, LA 70511?
There is no single waiting list for Abbeville, LA 70511. Public housing, project-based Section 8, and tax-credit buildings each keep their own list. Housing Choice Voucher lists at the housing authority open only sometimes and can stay closed for years. This directory does not show which lists are open — call the number on each card. Some public housing cards show HUD's reported wait in months.
What is the difference between Section 8 and public housing in Abbeville, LA 70511?
Public housing is owned by a housing authority — you apply with that agency, not at the building. Project-based Section 8 is a HUD contract on a private building; the subsidy stays with the apartment. A Housing Choice Voucher is different: you apply with the housing authority and can use it at a landlord who takes it. Estimate voucher rent share with the Section 8 calculator.
How much rent do you pay for low-income housing in Abbeville, LA 70511?
In public housing and most Section 8 in Abbeville, LA 70511, tenants typically pay about 30% of adjusted income. HUD's 2027 fair market rent for a 2-bedroom near Abbeville, LA 70511 is $899 a month (rent plus utilities for a modest unit). Tax-credit apartments use set rents below market, not always 30% of income. Call the building for the actual rent; this site is not a vacancy or price list.
Can I use a Section 8 voucher at affordable apartments in Abbeville, LA 70511?
A Housing Choice Voucher is not automatically accepted at every building in Abbeville, LA 70511. Project-based Section 8 units already have a subsidy on the apartment — you apply there, not with a tenant voucher. For a voucher, apply with the housing authority, then ask each landlord. Estimate your share with the Section 8 calculator.
Is there senior affordable housing in Abbeville, LA 70511?
This page may still list buildings in Abbeville, LA 70511 that accept seniors without being senior-only. Use the filters and call to ask about age set-asides.
Nearby ZIP codes
Sources: HUD LIHTC database, 2024 (released Apr 2026); HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties, Oct 2026; HUD Public Housing Developments, Oct 2026; USDA Rural Development multifamily, Oct 2026. Not affiliated with HUD or USDA. Details can be out of date — confirm with the property before applying.
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